Events
There is a fantastic range of events that take place in and around Ullswater each year that celebrate the rich diversity, local history, culture and beauty of the area. Highlights include the world famous Marmalade Festival, the popular Winter Droving, Ullswater Walking Festival or Ullswater’s very own Daff Fest. Or perhaps one of the many sporting events, such as the Ullswater Triathlon or the Epic Lakes Swim is more your cup of tea?
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Winter Droving – TURN BACK YOUR CLOCK FOUR CENTURIES…
28th October

The Winter Droving is back for it’s 12th year! On the 28th October 2023 (find out moreĀ here), the magical torchlight procession will round off a day of music, masquerade and magical carnivalesque goings on.
There will be food, there will be music, thereĀ will be a parade!
It’s time to get creative with your mask making.
2023 is gearing up to be our biggest year yet (with a little surpise for you soon to be announced). There will be Art, Music and Culture. There will be Street Performers, Stage Performers and Musicians.
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